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What To Wear to the Ballet | Rent The Runway

July 1, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

If I caught you by the title and that’s your only reason for being here, I’ll cut to the chase; You can wear whatever you’d like. Check the venue and company, but most ballets now do not have a formal dress code. That said, I think anytime you attend any fine arts performance, from a 5th-grade band concert to a Broadway show, you should dress up. Now, that’s a wide range and my go-to for most things is “snappy casual” (business casual if you weren’t a sorority girl) but for a ballet in the city at a historic venue my friends and I decided to go all-out in gowns. There were people dressed up, but we were some of the most dressed up. And the result? We got many compliments, people asking where our dresses were, an older gentleman who had a great knowledge of the arts told us he appreciated that we dressed up as a sign of respect and how special it was. You can never be “overdressed”. I rented a gown from Rent The Runway and I wanted to share my thoughts.

Badgley Mischka Draped Dolman Sleeve Chiffon Gown

As described on the website I felt elegant in this lavender pink gown.

Drapey, dreamy, and utterly divine—our Draped Dolman Sleeve Chiffon Gown is a breath of elegance. The gown seems to float on air, with each fold and gather of the chiffon designed to sculpt your figure and move in sync with you. This creates a generous cut that billows and flows with every step you take, providing a graceful yet dreamlike aura.

Product Features

The gown starts with a V wrap-neckline that delicately frames your décolletage, leading into the artful drapery that defines the chiffon bodice. Taking a cue from the classic Dolman style, the sleeves boast a generous cut that billows and flows, adding a whisper of elegance to every gesture.

Have you ever used Rent The Runway? What was your experience?

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The BEST Makeup Sponges On Amazon

June 3, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday! I recently purchased a highly reviewed makeup sponge, a beauty blender dupe, and an affordable beauty sponge, that is the best makeup sponge on Amazon.

The BEST Makeup Sponges On Amazon

The Beakey Makeup Sponge Set of 6 from Amazon is incredible. They do absorb a tiny bit more makeup than more expensive sponges, so they do get dirty, but because they are so affordable I use each sponge for about a month before I use another one. They’re soft and expand to be a really large sponge that I use for foundation, concealer, cream bronzer, blush, and highlight.

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Realistic WFH Mom Outfits | Elevated Basics

May 13, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I work in a social media marketing job as a freelance strategist and account manager. I love that I get to wear my dream wardrobe, elevated basics, as working mostly from home/sometimes hybrid at an office mom. When I was younger I would say that my dream wardrobe was a blazer with jeans and that still is a good way to sum it up. I share my daily outfits on my Instagram and these are two that I thought were easy and on-trend but easy to style with what you likely already have in your closet.

Realistic WFH Mom Outfits | Elevated Basics

You can recreate this look with any cream or white jeans and a white short-sleeved button-up. The exact jeans I am wearing are on sale. I did size down one but wish I had purchased a long! I am 5’7 which is often not quite tall enough for a longer length (though personally, I prefer getting longs for skirts and dresses) but these do work. I love the scallop details and the beautiful buckle on this pair of target slide sandals.

My cream jeans

My scallop sandals

This look I love because it’s very casual and comfortable, but still stylish and a bit elevated. I like this style of cargo pant and the Ribbed Baby Tee from Abercrombie is one of my favorite basics.

Have you tried a monochrome look? What basics are your favorite?

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Color of the Year Party Outfit | 2024 Peach Fuzz

April 29, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Last week my sister had a spring fling party with the theme “Color of the Year”. The color of the year for 2024 is Peach Fuzz, so today I am going to share the outfits that my husband, our daughter, and I wore.

Peach Outfits

The star of the show was my Hill House Home nap dress. I can’t wait to wear it again. It’s a stunner! The tulle is heavy, which did pull the neckline down despite the use of fashion tape, so next time I might try a strapless bra. That said, it’s one of the most fun and captivating dresses I’ve ever worn. Lovely!

The Tulle Ellie Nap Dress – Blush Glitter Tulle

Our daughter was precious as can be in a romper that I found online at Walmart! She’s itty bitty, but tall, so it can be hard to find things that fit let alone for such an affordable price. The quality isn’t incredible, but it looked much more expensive and she is excited to wear it again for occasions when she can dress up a bit, I love how she rocked it with her (well, mine but she wears them more than I do…) Air Force Ones.

Peach/Coral Romper

Cream Blazer *Similar

Stephan wore a light red linen blend shirt that is so soft and doesn’t wrinkle terribly because it’s a blend with linen blend pants. His shoes, a hit, are going to be his go-to summer snappy casual option over his boat shoes this year.

Men’s Camp Collar Linen Blend Shirt

Pull-On Trouser

Men’s Huarache Sandal Nisolo

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Peach & Lily Matcha Pudding Cream | Does it work for combo skin?

April 22, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday! Today is a big day. I try a lot of products that I receive in PR but most don’t stick around too long because I have my basics locked in (affordable and dependable) but the Peach & Lily Matcha Pudding Cream has become such a game-changer for me that I will be keeping it in my evening skincare moisturizer rotation.

Peach & Lily Matcha Pudding Cream

I use this in the evening because I have combo skin. I do get oily in my t-zone but I use tretinoin, and hyaluronic acids in my evening skincare so I do tend to need a good moisturizer to combat the dryness those can cause. The consistency of this is unique, feels like pudding in this light, soft, fluffy way, and it feels special to use which I love. I think the price-point is fair and for me a small amount goes a long way. This has made my skin noticeably brighter, and less red.

Highlights

  • Packed with antioxidants to help protect against environmental stressors
  • Drenches skin with instant and long-lasting hydration for skin that feels velvety-soft and supple
  • Complexion looks visibly brighter and more even
  • Sumptuous pudding texture soaks into skin without heaviness

Description

Peach & Lily’s Matcha Pudding Antioxidant Cream drenches skin with antioxidants and fights premature aging. A weightless pudding texture delivers deep hydration without sitting heavy on skin.

KEY INGREDIENTS:
Matcha: derived from green tea, loaded with antioxidants to soothe and help protect against environmental stressors
Peptide Complex + Adenosine: celebrated proven ingredients to help target fine lines, wrinkles and leave skin visibly looking and feeling firmer, smoother and more lifted
Niacinamide: creates a visibly brighter appearance and targets dark spots
Cape Lilac: calms skin with anti-inflammatory properties

Have you tried this? I got it as a birthday freebie and I am so thrilled with it!

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Youth To The People Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Cleanser Review

April 15, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I got a Mini Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Cleanser last month and I have been using it every evening after using my favorite micellar water I originally was using it because, well, it was free I am not really enjoying it and might repurchase it once it runs out.

Youth To The People – Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Cleanser

Typically when I run out of a sample cleanser, especially from a higher-end brand, I just go back to my tried-and-true cleansers (my a.m. cleanser and my p.m cleanser) but the Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Cleanser is one I’d consider snagging. I love that a little, tiny bit goes a long way, and even with a small amount my face is free of makeup and any grime from the day. I also love that is comes in a refillable glass bottle and has natural ingredients. I would suggest trying this if you have oily or combo skin.

About Youth To The People – Superfood Gentle Antioxidant Cleanser

What it is: A pH-balanced, non-drying face cleanser formulated with antioxidants to gently yet effectively remove makeup, SPF, and excess oils that can clog pores.

Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily

Skincare Concerns: Pores, Acne and Blemishes, and Oiliness

Highlighted Ingredients:
– Kale: Rich in phytonutrients and vitamins C and E to leave skin visibly glowing.
– Spinach: Lightweight skin soother with cooling properties and essential fatty acids.
– Green Tea: Antioxidant-rich powerhouse that fights visible signs of aging.

Ingredient Callouts:
 This product is vegan, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: Healthy-looking skin starts with clean skin. This daily, gel-to-foam face cleanser removes makeup, SPF, and buildup in 30 seconds. It leaves skin looking soft, balanced, and glowing. The formula is suitable for single or double cleansing, for combination, acne-prone, and oily skin.

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Luv Ur Skin | Skincare For Teens and Sensitive Skin Review

April 1, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I was offered the chance to review Luv Your Skin and jumped at the chance because my daughter is almost 13 and very into skincare.

Luv Your Skin Skincare Review

We received The Essentials by Luv Your Skin bundle which included Scrub Off Pure Bamboo Facial Scrub, Take Off Gentle Facial Wash, and Calm Down Soothing Face Moisturizer. My daughter and I both tried all of the products. My favorite and the standout of the three to me was the Bamboo Facial Scrub. I love the Essentials set for my daughter because they are made from natural ingredients and are gentle on her young, sensitive skin.

Scrub Off Pure Bamboo Facial Scrub

This feels so good, and gentle but you get that nice invigorating clean feeling.

Bamboo Powder, Cocoa Butter, and Plantolin® gently scrub away dry, dead skin cells, restoring an even skin tone for naturally softer, clearer, and glowing skin.

Take Off Gentle Facial Wash

This is great because it gently removes makeup. My daughter uses this after her micellar water.

Aloe Vera, Bilberry, and Plantolin clear bacteria, and infections and soothe irritation, while calming skin with a balanced pH to leave ultra-clean refreshed skin.

Calm Down Soothing Face Moisturizer

A little goes a long way and this did not break my daughter or me out.

Rosehip, Olive Oil and Jojoba Oil to hydrate, calm, and promote skin renewal while soothing irritated or sensitive skin.

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Leah Tackles Turns 10! | What now?

March 11, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I turn 37 tomorrow and 10 years ago tomorrow I started this blog. Because of this blog, I’ve had opportunities and then began YouTube, and then that led to becoming a social media manager, and now I’m a social media strategist and account manager. I still love this blog, I don’t get it much energy, but I am SO DARN PROUD I’ve never missed a week. I have practiced writing every. single. week for a decade. Little Leah would be proud. Will I keep writing? For now, yes. But I plan to allow myself the freedom to post when I feel called to, when I receive a PR product that I think is worth sharing, or when I have something that I’d share with my girlfriends.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for your support over the past DECADE. Please follow me on Instagram for daily outfit inspiration, gratitudes, and behind-the-scenes.

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The Best White Button-Up | Everlane Shirt

March 4, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I have had the same button-up from Everlane shirt in my wardrobe for years and what I love about it is that it’s soft and feels good with only a bra under it. I prefer to use steamer (don’t let the fact that it needs a steam deter you, it takes 2 minutes max) and I wear this dressed casually with jeans and shorts or dressed up under a a blazer with trousers.


The Silky Cotton Relaxed Shirt

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Murder On The Dance Floor Party Theme Outfit

February 26, 2024 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

One of our dear friends had a Murder On The Dance Floor (song by Sophie Ellis Bextor) birthday party and this is my Murder On The Dance Floor-themed outfit.

Big Love Bodysuit by Free People This bodysuit is SO GOOD. The black is currently back-ordered (shipping in March) but is available in a blush pink (gorgeous!) and a white that would be perfect for a bachelorette party outfit. I purchased an XS because the Small was out-of-stock when I placed the order, and it did fit, but if I wanted to wear it on the shoulder or one shoulder up, I’d go for the size small. I am between sizes, it depends on the garment, and if that’s you I suggest ordering your bigger if available.

Vegan Leather High Rise Pant by Abercrombie & Fitch I borrowed these pants from a friend but have them in two other colors. I love them and now want a pair in the black. Comfortable, stylish, and on sale!

Black Velvet Heeled Boots* This pair is very similar to my boots, my boots are about five years old and they’re a go-to for me and a wardrobe staple.

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